($1,597) Movers From Olympia, WA to Ogden, UT

What to know before moving from Olympia to Ogden

Moving from Olympia to Ogden means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Olympia than in Ogden, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Olympia compares to Ogden so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Ogden are 33% lower than in Olympia, which means you’ll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Ogden.
  Home prices in Ogden are 24.5% lower than in Olympia.
• Income in Ogden is 5.3% lower than in Olympia, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Ogden include CFJ Properties, Inc., Weber State University, and Staker Parson Companies.
• The cost of living for a single person in Ogden is 17.5% lower than in Olympia. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Ogden is 14.8% lower than in Olympia.
• The unemployment rate in Ogden is 32.14% lower than in Olympia.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Ogden, since the city’s sales taxes in Ogden are 22.87% lower than in Olympia.
• State income taxes in Ogden are 4.95% higher than in Olympia.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,473.51 in Ogden to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Olympia.

How life is different in Olympia vs. Ogden

• The population of Ogden is about 57% greater than Olympia, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Ogden offers better access to buses and trains than Olympia, based on public transportation ratings. Ogden has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 5 in Olympia. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Ogden means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Olympia. Ogden is considered more walkable than Olympia, with a score of 44 out of 100 versus 39 out of 100 in Olympia. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Ogden, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Olympia. While Olympia has a bike-friendliness score of 59 out of 100, Ogden earned a 44. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Ogden is higher than in Olympia, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 46.94 in Ogden, it is 27.95 in Olympia. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Ogden. With a crime index of 53.06, Ogden ranks lower in overall safety than Olympia, whose index is Olympia's 62.25. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Ogden and Olympia is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Olympia vs. Ogden move

• Weather: If you're planning to move to Ogden, it's advisable to June, September and May as these are the most pleasant months in Ogden, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Ogden experiences both hot summer and very cold weather. Best and worst of both worlds.
• HOA rules: It’s a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it’s a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• State licensing: Although a local license is not required in Utah, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Utah, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Utah doesn’t mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Ogden without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. In Utah, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. To increase protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Ogden

With your sights set on "Junction City", these are some of the most popular neighborhoods to consider in Ogden.

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